View Full Version : Vehicles U.S.S. FLAGG interior gets a makeover! (sticker detail project)
Air-tight
06-18-2012, 12:56 PM
Sometime last year, I had the idea of making a set of computer screen, instrument panel and console stickers for the U.S.S. Flagg, to make up for the rather boring and stark control tower interior of the 1985 behemoth playset.
I first approached cobrastickers.com to see if they'd make me a custom set but they were unable to do so at the time, which was totally understandable. So, (since I'm a graphic artist by profession) I ended up taking the bull by the horns: designing, printing, laminating and applying my own labels. By sticking them to custom-cut "computer monitor" shapes that I made from firm specialty medical-grade foam (scrap material that I snagged from the warehouse I work at), I was able to give them a modern "flat-screen TV" 3D-look.
Anyway, I just thought I'd share the designs that I used, I'd love to get your feedback on them.
Enjoy,
Yo Joe!
-Air-Tight
***UPDATE***
Due to popular demand, these sets are now available to purchase!
Just to reiterate, I'm currently out of the foam that I used to make them and won't be getting more in, so I will only be able to make basic sticker sets.
Price will be $5.00 per set, just to cover supplies and postage. Not looking to make a huge profit on these and want to keep it affordable. Again, the foam "monitor" backing would not be included, but you could easily apply them to posterboard or foam core if you so desire, available at any office supplies store.
Thanks again!
-Air-Tight
07GT500 COBRA
06-18-2012, 12:59 PM
Looks awesome!
How much for a set?
KrymsynGardImmoral
06-18-2012, 01:00 PM
those are awesome~!!!!! They are exactly what I have been hoping to see someone do, modern computer screens. I want some for the terror drome.
chabbio
06-18-2012, 01:01 PM
That my friend is awesome!!! Love it. Do you have a file we could download or purchase?
Tiestick2003
06-18-2012, 01:02 PM
Now that's impressive. You going to mass produce?
CobraOfficer999
06-18-2012, 01:02 PM
Magnifico.
Superjoe74
06-18-2012, 01:05 PM
Nice designs. I would like to get a set of those. Those are just all around neat.
My only recommendation would be to cut the backing before applying the stickers to it which might allow for a more precise cut. Just trace the sticker edges onto the backing and cut. Or use a different cutting tool. No more rough edges.
BigFore
06-18-2012, 01:10 PM
These are awesome. If my Flagg was still together, i would be all over these.
dgnr82
06-18-2012, 01:11 PM
I need 2 sets of these.....1 joe,...1 cobra
Chief CWO
06-18-2012, 01:12 PM
Yeah I'd love a set too. GREAT work.
themidnightdoctor
06-18-2012, 01:15 PM
Those look great and would work for so many things.Great job!
CrimsonGuard101
06-18-2012, 01:24 PM
Those look pretty cool! I wish I could make my own stickers :(
Lantern_Lad
06-18-2012, 01:34 PM
Looks awesome!
How much for a set?
That my friend is awesome!!! Love it. Do you have a file we could download or purchase?
Now that's impressive. You going to mass produce?
What they said! My Flagg would love this upgrade... I know, I asked her... she said "yes please!"
... And you just don't argue with a chatty Flagg.
Air-tight
06-18-2012, 01:39 PM
Great to hear the positive response on these! You guys are interested in a set then? I wasn't planning on making them available for sale and I'm not totally sure how to go about doing it, because I sort of hand made these myself with limited supplies, but I think I could whip something up for those that want them:
I printed the designs onto high-quality matte inkjet sticker paper, laminated the sheet with thin, protective contact paper, carefully cut them out, and applied them to the foam monitor consoles, which were trimmed and cut to size. I'm currently out of the foam that I used to make them and don't think I'll be getting more in, so if anything I'd only be able to make basic sticker sets, would everyone be ok with that?
I'd be willing to sell them at $5.00 per set, just to cover supplies and postage. Not looking to make a huge profit on these and want to keep it affordable. Again, the foam monitor backing would not be included, but you could easily apply them to posterboard or foam core, available at any office supplies store.
PM me if interested. Thanks!
Lantern_Lad
06-18-2012, 01:44 PM
PM sent!
CrimsonGuard101
06-18-2012, 01:59 PM
Great to hear the positive response on these! You guys are interested in a set then? I wasn't planning on making them available for sale and I'm not totally sure how to go about doing it, because I sort of hand made these myself with limited supplies, but I think I could whip something up for those that want them:
I printed the designs onto high-quality matte inkjet sticker paper, laminated the sheet with thin, protective contact paper, carefully cut them out, and applied them to the foam monitor consoles, which were trimmed and cut to size. I'm currently out of the foam that I used to make them and don't think I'll be getting more in, so if anything I'd only be able to make basic sticker sets, would everyone be ok with that?
I'd be willing to sell them at $5.00 per set, just to cover supplies and postage. Not looking to make a huge profit on these and want to keep it affordable. Again, the foam monitor backing would not be included, but you could easily apply them to posterboard or foam core, available at any office supplies store.
PM me if interested. Thanks!
I think I would just be interested in the stickers (not the foam backing), that might back it a bit more feesible for you to make for us all interested once you get some pricing setup for your materials, time and effort?
Viper6
06-18-2012, 02:51 PM
add me.
Jones boys
06-18-2012, 03:04 PM
Pm sent add us for three
ssg4life
06-18-2012, 05:01 PM
those are really sweet. kinda wanna buy a set, but my flagg is in pieces stored away and will be like that for the foreseeable future. and since my flagg's not in the greatest of conditions to begin with, i wouldn't mind giving it a little extra flair even though i never buy extra sticker sets for anything else
TheVP
06-18-2012, 06:09 PM
that is really cool, the black foam behind it really makes it stand out. Great job!
Superjoe74
06-18-2012, 07:02 PM
PM sent!
RolandofGilead
06-18-2012, 07:05 PM
I don't have a Flagg, but those stickers are sweet. I might use them for the Pit.
Air-tight
06-18-2012, 08:25 PM
I don't have a Flagg, but those stickers are sweet. I might use them for the Pit.
Not a bad idea!
zartan80
06-18-2012, 08:36 PM
Very nice
Tanksmasher
06-18-2012, 08:48 PM
Looks awesome. Sell the rights to Cobrastickers. :)
maradona
06-18-2012, 08:54 PM
Genius!
dorian247
06-18-2012, 09:02 PM
PM sent
Superjoe74
06-18-2012, 09:46 PM
Looks awesome. Sell the rights to Cobrastickers. :)
Don't sell the 'rights' to Cobra Stickers make some dough for yourself!
dorian247
06-19-2012, 08:58 AM
I really want a set to add up my Flagg, please let me know.
spacemonkey
06-19-2012, 09:45 AM
Looks awesome! Put me down for a set!
07GT500 COBRA
06-19-2012, 12:00 PM
Another pm.
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